Welp, here it goes...

I am pursuing my dreams of blogging, again. I started a blog many years ago, but the fear of criticism got to me and I decided to stop. I have spent too many years living in fear of what “she thinks” or what “they’re gonna say” when they see that I am blogging or adding hashtags to my posts or tagging my photos. I am no longer giving anyone the power to hold me back. I am moving on.

I want to blog. I want to help people find the best deals. I want to help someone find a look for less. I want to help someone find the best eyeliner, or mascara, or foundation. And heck, I want to post a meaningful quote every now and again, if I think it might encourage someone.

I know I am DEFINITELY guilty of being judgmental and critical but I recognize it and I am actively trying to be better. I don’t want to be the reason anyone is afraid to talk to me or the reason someone is holding back.

We should all try to be better. 2020 has been awful, but it has also been a great opportunity for us to do a self-assessment. To examine our character flaws. To look at ourselves from another’s perspective. To be nicer. To love more. To laugh at jokes, not at people.

Today, I challenge you to be nicer. It is so simple, yet a lot of people, including myself, need to be reminded to do this. You never know how much a smile, a kind hello, or a sweet message will affect someone’s life. Be kind.